Student Life Clubs

A vital part of any learning experience is the practical application of classroom theory. There are a wide variety of student-led clubs available at Franciscan University. Participating in a club can yield many tools beneficial to leadership development as well as professional and personal success.

Acton Society

The mission of Action Society members is to become leaders and entrepreneurs in our country in order to cultivate a society that is free, virtuous, and humane. Members seek to promote this vision of society through discussion focused on selected readings and current events and active participation in the public square and marketplace. For more information, contact Acton Society at ActonSociety@franciscan.edu.

American Red Cross Club

The American Red Cross Club is a student organization that seeks to promote the work of the American Red Cross and provide opportunities for students to serve locally and nationally in the mission of the Red Cross. Opportunities for service include: disaster relief services, safety services (First Aid, CPR, etc.), service to the armed forces members and their families, and blood donations. For more information contact the American Red Cross Club at americanredcross@franciscan.edu.

Anime Club

The purpose of the Anime Club is to promote cultural understanding and fellowship among students. This is accomplished through several methods. While one of the club’s main activities is watching Japanese animation, members also analyze the worldview inherent in this media and reflect on what can be learned from it. Members recognize that not all anime is inherently compatible to the Catholic worldview and discuss why it is important to challenge it from a Catholic perspective. Therefore, while not all of the material is Catholic, the way in which we approach it is. For more information contact FUS Anime Club at animeclub@franciscan.edu.

The Annunciations

The Annunciations provide an opportunity for Franciscan women to enjoy a capella music, the fellowship of true womanhood through Our Lady, and to share musical gifts and talents, along with the Catholic faith, for the greater honor and glory of God. For more information contact the Annunciations at annunciations@franciscan.edu.

The Anscombe Society

The mission of the Anscombe Society is to respond to campus apathy and academic specialization by enriching students’ understanding of the principles that uphold the goods of marriage, family, and sexual integrity with the view that “the flourishing of society depends on healthy family lives and stable marriages to provide the next generation with sound moral instruction and character development.” Furthermore, the society seeks to instill amongst Franciscan University students an appreciation for the importance of sexual integrity in their current way of life, noting that “stable marriages and families and the moral character they cultivate are best supported by commitment to the integrity of sex and to the healthy sexual attitudes and behaviors that honor that integrity.” For more information contact the Anscombe Society at AnscombeSociety@franciscan.edu.

Baronettes

The Baronettes is a team with a Christian atmosphere where, through dance, women can grow in community and confidence. The team wholeheartedly fosters and supports the mission statement of Franciscan University with Christ at the center of its endeavors as the women continuously work to develop Christian character and integrity. For more information, contact the Baronettes at baronettes@franciscan.edu.

Board Game Association

The purpose of the FUS Board Game Association is to provide an opportunity to play strategic board games in a friendly but competitive atmosphere where the member may meet new friends and learn about the concepts of strategic gaming. This association seeks to accomplish this by scheduling many opportunities to play different board games, including a few lengthy sessions per semester. The ultimate goal of this association is to build stronger community and to develop the mind through the art of strategy. For more information contact the Board Game Association at BGA@franciscan.edu.

Chesterton Club

The mission of the club is to promote the thought of Catholic author G.K. Chesterton. It will seek to do this by hosting events, talks, etc. about the author and his work. For more information contact the Franciscan Chesterton Club at chestertonclub@franciscan.edu.

Circus Club

The mission of the Franciscan Circus Club is to foster the growth of entertainment at the University and provide interested students with opportunities to juggle, perform magic, or provide other forms of entertainment often associated with a circus. The club seeks to assist students interested in learning or further developing these skills and sponsors performances for the Franciscan University community. For more information, contact the FUS Circus Club at CircusClub@franciscan.edu.

Commuter Student Organization

The CSA strives to serve the needs of commuter students, to keep commuters informed of campus events, and to create a more unified University community by bridging the gaps between commuter and resident students. For more information contact the Commuter Student Association at commuters@franciscan.edu.

Faith Study Club

The mission of the FUS Faith Study Club is to be a group dedicated to evangelization. The club challenges students to live in the fullness of the Catholic faith, with a strong emphasis on becoming leaders in the renewal of the world. Members do this by simply and clearly proclaiming the Gospel to bring people to Christ and by equipping them with tools and strategies to build them up as Catholic Christians, sending them out to reach others. For more information, contact the FaithStudyClub@franciscan.edu.

Fr. Michael Scanlan Scholarship Society

The Fr. Michael Scanlan Scholarship Society is open to any person who has competed in the Fr. Michael Scanlan Scholarship competition. As Scanlan Scholars, students strive to integrate faith and reason in a manner that honors the Franciscan University mission as set forth by the school’s fourth president for which the society is named, and to follow Jesus Christ, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, seeking to answer his call to “rebuild my church” and transform the culture. For more information contact the Scanlan Scholarship Society at scanlanscholarship@franciscan.edu.

Franciscan Equestrian Club

The purpose of the Franciscan Equestrian Club is to provide the opportunity for students to engage in equestrian activities at an affordable price. The club seeks to accomplish this through setting up meetings between members and coaches. It will also be accomplished through competing at IHSA horse shows. The ultimate goal for this club is to generate enough interest and growth to make it a successful team, which would enable the members to compete at an elite level. The Franciscan Equestrian Club is a student-led organization recognized by the Student Life Department of Franciscan University and has no association with the Franciscan University Athletics Department or the NCAA. For more information, contact the Franciscan University Equestrian Club at EquestrianClub@franciscan.edu.

Franciscan Film Club

The purpose of the Franciscan Film Club is to give all students the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in maintaining their Christian identity in the film industry and to create a film in one semester, through hands-on experience with cameras, set pieces, lighting equipment, editing software, etc. The organization is meant to help students understand the process of making a film while also helping to facilitate the creation of the most professional film possible. For more information contact the Franciscan Film Club at FranciscanFilmClub@franciscan.edu.

Franciscan University Men’s Volleyball Club

The mission of the Franciscan University of Men’s Volleyball Club is to further develop the skills and character of those involved. The club members participate in practices, games, scrimmages and tournaments. The fundamental goal of the club is to give the individual an opportunity to develop as a player, a person and a teammate. For more information, contact the Franciscan University Men’s Volleyball Club at mensvolleyballclub@franciscan.edu.

Franciscan Triathlon Club

The goal of the Franciscan University Triathlon Club is to spark an interest in triathlons on campus and give the students the tools to compete in this sport for the rest of their lives. The club gives students the opportunity to participate in the multisport of triathlons with the aim of encouraging members to compete in the Mideast Collegiate Triathlon Conference. The Triathlon Club is a student-led organization recognized by the Student Life Department of Franciscan University and is not a part of Franciscan University Athletics. For more information contact the Franciscan Triathlon Club at tri-athlonclub@franciscan.edu.

Franciscan University of Steubenville Byzantine Club

The mission of the Franciscan University Byzantine Club is to bring the riches of the Byzantine tradition to Franciscan University. The group hosts Byzantine prayers on campus and also sponsors talks. Membership is available to all students at Franciscan regardless whether they follow the Byzantine rite. For more information contact the Franciscan University of Steubenville Byzantine Club at byzantineclub@franciscan.edu.

Franciscan University of Steubenville Eagle Scouts

The mission of FUS Eagle Scouts is to further the brotherhood of Eagle Scouts at Franciscan by having an active presence on campus serving the local community and coming together as a group to live out the Eagle Scout Oath. For more information, contact the Franciscan University of Steubenville Eagle Scouts at EagleScouts@franciscan.edu.

FUS Student Government

Franciscan University Student Government represents students’ needs, concerns, and ideas to the administration body. It is made up of the executive staff, student senate, and justices. Elections for executive and senate positions are held in the spring. For more information contact Student Government at sg@franciscan.edu.

The Gadfly

The Gadfly is an attempt to “bite the sleeping horse,” in the spirit of Socrates. It is a student publication whose purpose is to facilitate discussion concerning campus and cultural issues as they pertain to students at Franciscan University. The Gadfly aims to be a forum for open, well-thought out, and honest discussions toward the end of knowing and loving truth in its most robust sense. Satire is also recognized as a means of attaining this end. For more information contact The Gadfly at gadfly@franciscan.edu

German Club

The German Club is an organization that promotes the value of learning a second language, specifically German, and of appreciating aspects of the culture of the German-speaking countries. For more information contact the German Club at germanclub@franciscan.edu.

The Intercollegiate Defense of Equality And Solidarity (Ideas)

IDEAS affords Franciscan students a voice in domestic and international society through advocacy among peers and representing American youth on the international stage at the United Nations. The club’s aim is the flourishing of every human life through the respect of human dignity. Its activities are guided by the understanding that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. For more information contact The Intercollegiate Defense of Equality and Solidarity (IDEAS) at IDEAS@franciscan.edu.

Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, the order has been called “the strong right arm of the Church” due to its support of the Church and her apostolic mission. Our members are Catholic gentlemen committed to the exemplification of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. The order is consecrated to the Blessed Virgin Mary and is unequivocal in its loyalty to the pope. Its council has been serving Franciscan University since 1988 and is probably best known for its barbecues. In Service to One, In Service to All. For information contact the Knights of Columbus at KofC@franciscan.edu.

Latinos for Christ

Students in LFC promote the unique blend of Hispanic and Catholic culture on campus through social and spiritual activities that demonstrate the diversity of the Catholic Church. For more information contact Latinos for Christ at Latinosforchrist@franciscan.edu.

Life Runners

Our mission is to pray, fundraise, and run as a team…all in Christ for pro-life! Our vision is to pray and run as a team until we cross the finish line that ends abortion. For more information, contact the Life Runners - Franciscan University of Steubenville chapter at FUSLifeRunners@franciscan.edu.

Mary’s Meals

The mission of Mary’s Meals FUS is to support the work of the Mary’s Meals international organization through prayer, financial support, and raising awareness of the organization both on campus and in the community. Mary’s Meals is an international movement to set up school feeding projects in communities where poverty and hunger prevent children from gaining an education. It provides daily meals in schools for over 4,000,000 children in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. For more information contact Mary’s Meals at MarysMeals@franciscan.edu.

Our Lady of Sorrows Club

The mission of Our Lady of Sorrows Club is to spread the devotion to our Lady of Sorrows within the University. We encourage students to live out their faith by fostering personal conversion through a spirit of forgiveness, reconciliation and meditating on the faithfulness of Our Lady in a very special way. Our Lady of Sorrows is the model of the spirituality. For more information contact Our Lady of Sorrows Club at ourladyofsorrows@franciscan.edu.

Outdoors Club

The mission of the Franciscan University Outdoors Club is to foster a greater awareness of God’s earthly creation and to promote student bonding through recreational activities including skiing, snowboarding, and paintballing. For more information contact the Outdoors Club at outdoorsclub@franciscan.edu.

Pun Intended

The mission of Pun Intended is to provide comedic improvisational entertainment and to foster an interest in comedic improvisation for Franciscan University. The club seeks to accomplish this by having monthly free performances as well as performing at various events when commissioned. The ultimate goal of this club is to promote arts at Franciscan University through comedic improvisational performance. For more information contact Pun Intended at punintended@franciscan.edu.

The Revelations of Franciscan University

The Revelations of Franciscan University is a Catholic male a cappella group dedicated to energetic, creative, and quality performances. Members sing a wide variety of recognizable favorite songs people can relate to: modern pop and rock, contemporary Christian songs, Gospel, and traditional songs. For more information contact the Revelations of Franciscan University at TheRevelations@franciscan.edu.

ROTC

The mission of the Franciscan ROTC Club (Reserve Officer Training Corps) is to bring the Army ROTC program to Franciscan students, including those not contracted to the program. ROTC provides training to students to be future officers in the Army and in life. The ultimate goal of this club is to allow Army ROTC to operate more smoothly at Franciscan and bring more students into the program. For more information contact ROTC at rotc@franciscan.edu.

Students for a Fair Society

The mission of Students for a Fair Society (SFS) is to foster the growth of a spirit of solidarity and duty, after having encouraged an understanding and awareness of the human condition, for the University community. “Solidarity highlights in a particular way the intrinsic social nature of the human person, the equality of all in dignity and rights and the common path of individuals and peoples towards an ever more committed unity. Never before has there been such a widespread awareness of the bond of interdependence between individuals and peoples, which is found at every level” (Comp. Soc. Doct. 192). For more information contact Students for a Fair Society at sfs@franciscan.edu.

Students for Freedom and Justice

The club’s mission is to love and serve God and their brothers and sisters by promoting and defending human dignity and liberty by engaging in intellectual debate and discussion and by promoting practical works of service. Members are guided by three basic founding principles: Catholicism, human dignity, and conservatism. Membership is open to Franciscan University students who are interested in defending liberty, justice, and human dignity in accordance with the Church’s teachings and love of fellow man. For more information, contact StudentsforFreedomandJustice@franciscan.edu.

Students for Catholic Liturgy

The mission of Students for Catholic Liturgy (SCL) is to foster a deeper appreciation for the liturgical traditions of the Church among members of the University community. SCL seeks to accomplish this primarily through hosting lectures and distributing educational materials. For more information, contact SCL at StudentsforCatholicLiturgy@franciscan.edu.

Students for Life

Students for Life is a student-run organization, that seeks to promote a greater respect for the dignity of all human life, from the moment of conception to a natural death. Members of the organization do this by means of prayer, education, and action together in order to bring about conversion of hearts and minds in themselves, the Church, the nation, and the world. For more information contact Students for Life at studentsforlife@franciscan.edu.

Ultimate Club

The mission of the Franciscan University Ultimate Club is to develop the ultimate skills and character of those involved through practices, games, scrimmages, and tournaments. The fundamental goal of the club is to give the individual an opportunity to develop as a player, a person, and a teammate. For more information contact the Franciscan University Ultimate Club at ultimate@franciscan.edu.

Ut Unum Sint Society for Christian Unity

The purpose of this society is to promote unity among Christians by means of private and common prayer, personal dialogue, the exchange of gifts, fellowship, service, and education, with particular emphasis on ecumenism among other colleges, according to the vision of the Catholic Church, and to organize events that make these exchanges possible. For more information contact Ut Unum Sint Society for Christian Unity at UUSSCU@ franciscan.edu.

Young Americans for Freedom

The mission of the Franciscan Young Americans for Freedom is to foster the growth of students as conscientious citizens with a focus on defending the United States Constitution in a manner consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church. It seeks to do so through intellectual activities as well as issue advocacy. For more information contact Franciscan Young Americans for Freedom at YAF@franciscan.edu.